{"id":57627,"date":"2024-11-04T18:41:26","date_gmt":"2024-11-04T17:41:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=57627"},"modified":"2024-11-05T16:16:11","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T15:16:11","slug":"guide-creating-eco-friendly-bed-and-breakfast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2024\/11\/guide-creating-eco-friendly-bed-and-breakfast\/","title":{"rendered":"A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating an Eco-Friendly Bed and Breakfast"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Did you know that almost 80%<\/a> of global travellers want to explore the world more sustainably? If you\u2019re looking to differentiate your accommodation from the competition and tap into an ever-growing market, creating an eco-friendly bed and breakfast is a brilliant option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get a headstart on your journey towards providing sustainable hospitality with our step-by-step guide to creating an ecobnb. Let\u2019s jump straight into our top tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Switch to Sustainable Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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An eco BnB isn\u2019t an island. You\u2019re likely to have a whole team of partners<\/strong> you work with in order to stay up and running, from food suppliers to cleaners. An easy way to kick off your eco journey is to start switching your partners to more sustainable options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, you might currently order your breakfast ingredients from a supermarket. To improve your eco credentials, switch to a grocer that delivers organic, local produce<\/strong>. This will have a lower carbon footprint thanks to the fewer miles needed to get it to your doorstep, and you can advertise an organic menu to your guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might also find new services in the sustainable industry that can enhance your green credentials<\/strong>. A mixed recycling partner, for instance, will ensure waste that isn\u2019t collected by your local council can still be recycled. A business like Priority WEEE<\/a> can pick up and recycle electrical goods, while The Mattress Recycling People<\/a> will deal with your worn-out bed frames and mattresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teaming up with green suppliers and service providers will instantly enhance your sustainability and require minimal effort, making it a great first step for your eco BnB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look For Ways to Become More Self-Sufficient<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Small vegetable garden in a Eco-B&B, photo via Canva PRO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Self-sufficiency can make it simpler to become sustainable. It allows you to have complete control over your resources and reduces the need for numerous deliveries, cutting down on packaging and carbon emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if you have the space and time to start a vegetable garden<\/strong>, you\u2019d have a supply of food that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n